University of Hyderabad – On April 23, 2026, the Indira Gandhi Memorial (IGM) Library, in collaboration with Turnitin, conducted a vital training programme titled “Building a Culture of Academic & Research Integrity in the Age of AI with Turnitin.” Held at the Seminar Hall of the School of Social Sciences, the event aimed to address the dual nature of artificial intelligence as both a challenge and a tool in modern scholarship.
The session commenced with an introductory speech by Dr. O. Sivasankar Prasad, University Librarian I/c. Dr. Prasad emphasized the immediate necessity and importance of AI in the current research landscape. He noted that while AI offers unprecedented support for academic writing and data analysis, its integration must be balanced with a steadfast commitment to ethical standards and originality.
The technical session was delivered by Mr. Gautam Raval, Customer Success Manager (South Asia), along with Ms. Santoshi. Mr. Raval provided expert insights into navigating the complexities of AI-generated content, emphasizing the need for integrity in scholarship and the effective use of technology to enhance academic work.
Key topics included maintaining honesty while utilizing technological support for research, best practices for employing text similarity detection tools, and leveraging Turnitin to bolster teaching and evaluation processes. The session also highlighted how academic integrity can coexist with AI advancements, equipping participants with necessary skills to uphold ethical scholarship.
The programme witnessed enthusiastic engagement, with 70 participants attending in person and 50 joining online. The audience comprised a mix of faculty members, research scholars, and students, who actively participated in a Q&A session. This engagement reflected a collective commitment to upholding the University of Hyderabad’s reputation for research excellence.
By hosting this initiative, the IGM Library continues to serve as a cornerstone for responsible scholarship, ensuring that the university community is well-equipped to lead in an era of digital transformation. As AI technologies evolve, the necessity for rigorous academic standards becomes even more pronounced, reinforcing the importance of such training programmes for future scholarship.
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